Sony G Master SEL35F14GM 35mm
Sony
68 Overall Score
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Panasonic LUMIX S S-E2460 24-60mm
Panasonic
66 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Sony G Master SEL35F14GM 35mm
85 out of 100 low confidence 6 reviews
The Sony/Zeiss 35mm f/1.4 FE lens is praised for its exceptional optical quality, delivering tack-sharp images with smooth bokeh and minimal chromatic aberration. Users love it for wedding and portrait photography, but note it is very large and heavy for a mirrorless lens, making it less ideal for casual walk-around use. The build quality is rock-solid, and the aperture ring with de-click option is a nice bonus, though the price is high and the lens is specialized.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness wide open
- Smooth and pleasing bokeh
- Minimal chromatic aberration and distortion
- Rock-solid build quality
- Aperture ring with de-click option
Cons
- Very large and heavy for mirrorless
- Expensive price point
- Not ideal for casual walk-around use
- Focus-by-wire system
- Heavy for long carry
Optical quality 5
Build quality 4
Size and weight 5
Price 3
Bokeh 3
Aperture ring 3
Panasonic LUMIX S S-E2460 24-60mm
No customer feedback yet
Scores
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Street
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Wildlife Sports
Macro
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Specifications
| Sony G Master SEL35F14GM 35mm | Panasonic LUMIX S S-E2460 24-60mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 35 mm | 24 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 35 mm | 60 mm |
| Elements | 14 | 14 |
| Groups | 10 | 12 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2★ | 1 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 2★ |
| Coating | Zeiss T* anti-reflective coating | Fluorine coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.4 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 11★ | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | L-Mount |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.52 kg★ | 0.54 kg |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 77 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | XD Linear Motors★ | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 250 mm | 190 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.23x | 0.3x★ |
Pros & Cons
Sony G Master SEL35F14GM 35mm
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong optical (79th percentile)
- Strong build (68th percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Panasonic LUMIX S S-E2460 24-60mm
- Strong bokeh (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong aperture (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong optical (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong versatility (77th percentile)
- Below average social proof (12th percentile)12th %ile
Pricing
Verdict
Tie
Both products are closely matched - Sony G Master SEL35F14GM 35mm wins 4 specs while Panasonic LUMIX S S-E2460 24-60mm wins 3.
